MAYOR JUAN CARRILLO SOBERANIS INAUGURATES SABATINA BASEBALL LEAGUEThe Mayor inaugurated the Sabatina Municipal Baseball League “José Luis ‘Triko’ García” at the “El Pescador” baseball field. This league was founded in 1999 and reactivated in 2016, at the beginning of this administration, after six years of inactivity. The Mayor, Juan Carrillo Soberanis, presented uniforms to the players and spoke about his commitment and support for sports activities, which improve health and quality of life. He also thanked municipal and state agencies who have assisted, including the Institute of Sports and Recreation, directed by Natanael Gallegos Salinas. The league will consist of five teams, Toros Campeón, Carniceros, Sol Zorro Oaxacos, Trikos y Generación 85, who are managed by Iván Lugo, Manuel Alcocer, Ariel Santizo, Adrián Barragán y Héctor Gil, respectively. The Mayor said, "In Isla Mujeres different sports are practiced, but definitely one of the favorite among the islanders is baseball. I encourage the players and managers to give their best in each game, always
remembering that the priority is to have fun and have healthy times together, because they are an example for the children and pride of their
families and fans." Names are given of officials in attendance and of Ariel "El Picho" Magana who was important baseball promoter in Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo, and Yucatan. The mayor has worked in a coordinated manner with the three levels of government for the benefit of sports activities in Isla Mujeres.

http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/complicada-la-participacio…/The Cahuameros team of Isla Mujeres Nueva Generación, will travel to
Playa del Carmen on Saturday, where they will face Los Dorados, who
achieved a significant advantage by winning the last two matches in Isla
Mujeres. The Isla Mujeres team must win both games to remain in this Final competition of the Major Basketball League. If they lose one game, they will be automatically eliminated. If they win on Saturday, the second game will be on Sunday. They have two camiones (vans/buses) provided without cost to transport them from Gran Puerto at 6:30 and will return immediately after the game, for those who wish to go.

Two sailboats dropped out of the Sol al Sol RegattaDos veleros se retiran.. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Two sailboats dropped out of the Sol al Sol Regatta, leaving only six in the competition. The "Midnight Sun" suffered a rupture of its hull when it hit another boat in the bay of St. Petersburg. At night the boat "I Believe" returned to port due to problems, which are apparently from damage, according to members of the organizing committee. The former boat was the only one in the Non Spinnaker Class and the latter boat had been competing in Class B.
The damage to the Midnight Sun wasn't serious, and they later tried to have it repaired at "Longnoat" Key, and returned to St Petersburg to have it repaired at a shipyard, apparently. It is not known why the "I Believe" dropped out, but it is presumed it was because of some damage.
An account is given of their positions yesterday afternoon. You can see their current positions HERE. At 11am, Tattoo remains in the lead and in first place among the Class A boats, while last year's champion, "After You" is in first place for Class B. "Equinox" is in last place (and second in Class B). Among the other Class A boats, "It's Only Money" is in third and "My Time" is in fourth, so I'm guessing "50/50" is in second but my cursor isn't picking it out of the 'pack' in the graphic.

Celebrating 500 years of Catholic faithCelebrarán los 500 años de la llegada de la fe [+] Ver masFull article at this linkOn
May 19 and 20, a week of spiritual activities will culminate with the
arrival of Bishop Pedro Pablo Elizondo, bishop of the Cancun-Chetumal
prelature, who will inaugurate a historic museum in a wing of the parish
of the Immaculate Conception. The inauguration is scheduled for May 19th at 7pm, according to parish priest Raul Sanchez Alonso who was supervising the works of adaptation of the space and the painting of the property. These events will commemorate
the arrival of the Catholic faith in Isla Mujeres, remembering that in March it was 500 years since the arrival of the expedition of Francisco Hernandez de Cordova in Isla Mujeres, who came from Cuba in 1517, and the subsequent construction of what
would be the first Hispanic convent in America, in the continental zone of Boca Iglesia. A
maritime procession was initially planned up to the ruins of the church, but no authorization was given by the government because the land is in the hands of private individuals. There is a plan to postpone the event until next year, if the situation is more favorable then. The schedule for the religious conference will be released on Monday and will include speakers and singers from other states in Mexico and from the Dominican Republic, with events in the evening in front of the church, on the Town Square, including singer songwriter Roy Mendoza.

This information was translated yesterday...see "North Beach is returning to normal". The article also notes there is a normal amount of tourism on the long weekend, and the ferries were not filled to capacity, which is expected to continue on Sunday.

Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed.

A large slider
opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table
& chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole,
and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left.

Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen. A queen & single bed.

Free
amenities such as
hammocks,
bikes, outdoor shower,
portable beach
chairs &
beach towels,
washer, loungers.
Breathtaking
panoramic views from the
rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available.Downtown
is ~ a mile away; if
you don't feel like
walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi. Parking. You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then
come home our
quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts

Fine
dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the
traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Within
ten minutes walk are the restaurants Mango Cafe, Bahama Mama, Brisas,
Manolitos, Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, and the large department
store-grocery Chedraui. Visit marinas, bars, & beach
clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Attend Yoga classes a
couple villas away at hotelito Casa
Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks
away in the village, as well as a
variety of other stores and small local restaurants. It takes
20-30 minutes to walk downtown.

Nada con bullying

Juan Carrillo apuesta a sociedad libre de este mal

Lanrry PARRA

ISLA MUJERES, 28 de abril.-

Leer más..Full article at this link.
Mayor Juan Carrillo Soberanis, accompanied by his wife, Paola Orrico de
Carrillo, participated in the conference "Demystifying Bullying" by the
writer and expert on the subject, Trixia Valle. This was presented by the DIF social service agency and the City at the Convention center at noon and attended by students from the high school (Colegio Bachilleres) and the Middle School (Benito Juarez) and from the Jean Piaget school, as well as officials who are named in the article. The speaker is a frequent collaborator in various national written and electronic media and said shw had been a victim of bullying. She said it has been reported that 7 of 10 children in Mexico have suffered some type of bullying from their peers.

Increase in car ferry rates due to increased fuel costs

Subirán tarifas de ferrys

Ante constantes alzas en los combustibles

Lanrry PARRA

ISLA MUJERES, 28 de abril.-

Leer más..Full article at this link.
The car ferry rates will increase at the beginning of May, due to increased fuel costs, however there will be no increase for the cost of a passenger tickets nor Rate 1 for cars (up to 4 meters) which remains 292 pesos. The prices for motorcycles and bicycles also didn't change.
The cost for vans of six meters increased from 478 to 511 and the cost of minibuses went from 624 to 688. Three ton trucks increased from 760 to 813 and dump trucks went up from 803 to 863 pesos. You can consult their website at www.maritimaislamujeres.com.

The navigation channel in front of Playa Centro (Posada Beach) is recovering and it appears there is no need to relocate the buoy line, which was released from the sand a few days ago, because the south winds have moved the sand towards Playa Norte/North Beach. The lifeguards continue to restrict swimming in the boat area, and you can see that the buoys are already about five meters out in the water, where it was just recently sand.
An official with the Harbor Master's office predicted that these winds will benefit North Beach, and that the sand that accumulated by the Posada Beach will move further north to fill in the area near Chichis. This area suffered erosion with the deterioration of the seven 'whales' (geotubes) that were installed in 2007, but were not maintained and became torn and empty. A company has begun an installation (of 'palladium'?) in the area that is gaining sand, and they hope to regain that area of about 10,000 square meters.
The winds from the south are expected to continue for the next three days and they are common in this season, which should allow the accumulated sand to move and eliminate the need to move the buoys.

Hacienda Mundaca palapa cordoned off by Civil Protection agency Protección Civil validó denuncia de palapa dañada+] Ver masFull article at this link
The head of Civil Protection explained that they cordoned off the palapa of the Mundaca Hacienda due to weakening of the structure because some of the poles which were used are not suitable and cannot support the weight of the roof. It is recalled that the roof of the palapa at Iguana Park fell in October, shortly after an evening event. It is much older than the Mundaca palapa which was built two years ago for about 15 million pesos.
After the Iguana Park palapa roof fell last October, the Mundaca palapa was closed, but then people were allowed to use it again. However, lately with the south winds, it was cordoned off again. There had been people exercising inside and tourists visiting it.
There have been comments about the poor quality of construction of both of these palapas, especially from builders who have constructed larger palapas on the properties of the families Povedano Moguel, and Lima Fernández, among others. In the
case of the Mundaca palapa, around a dozen main poles were used and
one of them was already giving out under the weight. When Civil Protection became aware of the danger, City personnel placed a
"strut" to avoid collapse. It's been half a year now and there has been no announcement about funds for updating the palapa.

This is an article dated April 27 about the position of the eight regatta boats (which is probably a typo. The boats departed Friday, April 28). You can follow their progress HERE.It notes their relatives should begin arriving Saturday Here is what I wrote this morning....The Sol al Sol Regatta only has eight boats this year & they are due
to arrive on Sunday, or possibly Monday, if these winds cause delays.
They left Friday and you can track them here as they cross the ~500 nautical miles of the Gulf.
The basketball game (Sailors vs Isleños) is scheduled for 7pm on
Wednesday at the downtown court, but since that is being reconstructed, I
would guess it may be at the Convention Center. Participants for
the 48th edition of the Regatta Amigos will gather at Buho's restaurant
at 10am on Friday, and go to the boats a half hour later.These
exceptional students from ages 8-12 will begin their Regatta around the
island at noon. Last year's Sol al Sol winner, "After You" is
competing with “50/50”, “Equinox”, “Its Only Money”, “My Time”,
“Tattoo”, “Midnight Sun”, and “I Believe”. However, on the tracking page
it appears the last two didn't leave port.

Fifth Naval Region personnel participated in three searches in Cancun
with the Specialized Investigation Office for Organized Crime (SEIDO)
and the Federal Police, providing perimeter security and support. The first search took place in a house in the Alamos subdivision,
where a person was arrested and weapons, vehicles, drugs and various
"effects" were secured.The second and third search was done in houses located in "Privada Quetzales" and in Region 223, both with negative.

Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed.

A large slider
opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table
& chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole,
and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left.

Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen. A queen & single bed.

Free
amenities such as
hammocks,
bikes, outdoor shower,
portable beach
chairs &
beach towels,
washer, loungers.
Breathtaking
panoramic views from the
rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available.Downtown
is ~ a mile away; if
you don't feel like
walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi. Parking. You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then
come home our
quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts

Fine
dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the
traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Within
ten minutes walk are the restaurants Mango Cafe, Bahama Mama, Brisas,
Manolitos, Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, and the large department
store-grocery Chedraui. Visit marinas, bars, & beach
clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Attend Yoga classes a
couple villas away at hotelito Casa
Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks
away in the village, as well as a
variety of other stores and small local restaurants. It takes
20-30 minutes to walk downtown.

At the 34th Regular Session of the City Council, they decided unanimously that the Mexican Red Cross will be the only institution providing first aid training to all the companies in the municipality. The Mayor said, "For
more than 30 years the Mexican Red Cross of Isla Mujeres has provided
its services in this locality, always thinking about the good of all the
islanders. Now, among these services is the provision of first aid courses, through
which they can obtain some of the necessary resources to continue assisting the
inhabitants of this municipality for free. " "The Mexican Red Cross offers a professional course, taught by
technicians who are properly trained in medical emergencies, who prioritize the
health of people and know that with the proper delivery of first aid can
save lives," said Juan Carrillo Soberanis. This
decision is part of the actions that the municipal government has taken
to maintain the safety and well-being of the islanders, in addition to
supporting this important institution which has provided its
services to the citizens of Isla Mujeres for many years.A delegation of tour operators from Chengdu, China, visited the
municipality of Isla Mujeres

A delegation of tour operators of Chengdu, China, visited the
municipality of Isla Mujeres and were welcomed by members of the City Council. They are visiting the state of Quintana Roo in search of destinations with unique attractions and natural beauty, such as Isla Mujeres. The Director of Tourism, Gustavo Rodriguez Orozco said that this interest by these Asian tour operators is a result of promotional work done by the Mayor since the beginning of his administration, which was supported by participation in the recent Tianguis Tourist Convention Acapulco 2017. The General Secretary of the City Council, Joel Saury Galue, was representing the Mayor and thanked the Delegation of Tour Operators of Chengdú for their interest in learning about the attractions of the municipality and encouraged them to invite their fellow citizens to come and visit.
He said, "Isla
Mujeres is a municipality full of history, beautiful landscapes which is growing and developing, with a great deal to offer entrepreneurs, investors and, of
course, tourists. This
is why all the municipal authorities are committed to continuing to work at the promotion and sustainable development of the island, because
we know that this will bring economic benefits for all island families."

Hundreds of children are expected to attend the celebration on Sunday at 10:30am of “Día del Niño”/
Children's Day at the green dome in Salina Chica by the El Pescador baseball field with a
show, surprises, and gifts, sponsored for free by the state and municipal DIF social service agencies. "Children are the future of our municipality, so we must seek their well-being and take actions for their benefit. The
state and municipal DIF work together so that they can enjoy their day and have fun," said the honorary president of the Isla
Mujeres DIF, Paola Orrico de Carrillo.

The mayor attended the Plenary Meeting / Reunión Plenaria between the three levels of
government, in which he affirmed his commitment to work in coordination
with federal and state agencies offer improved and increased social
programs for the benefit of the islanders. He said, "With the support of the Federal and State governments, Isla Mujeres will be able to have more quality services and programs which promote the economic and social development of families." The
island's mayor expressed his complete willingness to maintain this work so that more results can be provided in the short term for the
citizens, and in this manner to improve their quality of life.

The DIF Isla Mujeres invites you to celebrate Children's Day, the #díadelniñoSunday at 10:30am there will be a celebration for “Día del Niño”/
Children's Day at the green dome by the El Pescador baseball field with a
show, surprises, and gifts.

Young islander speaks out against discrimination http://grupopiramide.com.mx/vivi-discriminacion-no-me-gust…/ Malaika
Maisha Garrido Dietrich is a 12 year old from Isla Mujeres who attends César Mendoza Santana elementary school and speaks 3 languages. She wore her hair in
an immaculate bun as she opened the session of the Children's Parliament of the State Congress with a speech against discrimination. In an interview, she explained that she has personally experienced discrimination and has seen it affect her family. She began with a poem Nezahualcóyotl (which is on the 100 peso note with his portrait):I love the song of the mockingbird,Bird of four hundred voices,I love the color of the jade stoneAnd the enervating perfume of flowers,But most of all I love my brother: man.She closed her speech with a quote by Martin Luther King: 'We have learned to fly like birds, to swim like fish, but we have not learned the simple art of living as brothers.'"She attended the session as the child legislator for District 1 and allowed Grupo Pirámide to interview her during a recess:

-How did you prepare for this experience?"I had the support of many people, especially my mom and my dad. I had support from my teacher and one of my aunts."-Why did you talk about discrimination?"I've experienced discrimination. I didn't like it and I wanted to raise my voice."-Tell us about it ..."It was very sad. They've made very bad comments and once they dragged me down onto the floor. They've even discriminated against my mother because of where she comes from. My mom is German and my dad is Mexican; I am half German and half Mexican, so I speak three languages: Spanish, English and German."-What did you think of this experience and which legislator helped you?"I
thought this experience was super. I loved it. It is a great
opportunity and I'm very happy to have been a part of the Congress of Quintana Roo.
I worked mostly with Alberto Vado Morales."-What do you like to do in Isla Mujeres?"I love Isla Mujeres.... the sea, school, my family, and I am enjoying my childhood."-What message would you give to other children?"Involvement in politics is important because you can raise your voice about an issue. If you have suffered something, you can raise your voice for someone to do something."

In the clip, she says she's happy to be there, representing District 1 and
that the fight against discrimination is very important because it
exists in the schools, streets, and many other places in Mexico &
that we are all equal, all human, and all living together in a world
that is full of discrimination.

Reviewing whale shark tour boatsCumplirán condiciones de seguridad n.. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The Harbor Master's office has inspected 50 percent of the whale shark tour boats to ensure that they have the safety equipment which is required by law, and the other boats will be reviewed before the start of the season. Since the end of 2016 and the start of 2017, the permit holders have been renewing their certificates of maritime safety and updating their insurance policies to provide coverage to passengers from May to September. In April, the permit procedures began for the authorities to issue consents to enter the permit areas.
There are a total of 304 permit holders, of whom 204 are located in Isla Mujeres and Benito Juarez (Cancun), which is the jurisdiction of the Isla Mujeres Harbor Master. The Secretariat of the Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT) determines the dates for the start and end of the tour season, as well as other issues associated with the areas of the Aguas Verdes (Green Waters) and Aguas Azules (Blue Waters), which would be issued through the National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP) and the
General Department of Wildlife (DGVS) for the declarations of the Mexican Caribbean Biosphere Reserve which converges in the same area. The Harbor Master explained that it is uncertain whether the season will begin May 17 and end Sept. 17, and this is entirely up to SEMARNAT, as is the eventual modification of the management plan. Some environmentalists have proposed that the season be limited to the months of July and August, but he did not consider this to be justified, since only 40 to 50 percent of the fleet go out when there are fewer numbers of whale sharks in the sighting areas. However, their presence in the sighting areas has been recorded since January of each year.

"After You" sailboat defending title in RegattaEl velero “After You” defenderá el título. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The 49th edition of the Sol al Sol Regatta begins this Friday in St. Petersburg, Florida to sail more than 500 nautical miles to Isla Mujeres across the Gulf of Mexico. The sailboat "After You" will compete to defend its title with seven other boats, including “50/50”, “Equinox”, “I Believe”, “Its Only Money”, “Midnight Sun”, “My Time” and “Tattoo”. They are expected to begin arriving at the island on Sunday, although the strong winds from the south affecting the Gulf are not favorable for the sailors, and could delay their arrival until Monday. The boats can be tracked on the regatta website and activities are scheduled on the island.
The participants will have free days on the first and second days of May to visit island attractions, and the archaeological sites of Tulum and Chichen Itza. The traditional Captain's Cup will be held at the Casa de las Rocas at 1p on May 3, and at 7pm will be the basketball game between locals and the sailors. (The article says it will be held on the court "José del Carmen Pastrana", but that court by the town square has been removed and there is just rubble there now. It is scheduled to be completed in June). The Special Session of the City Council in their honor will be held at Punta Sur on Thursday, May 4 at 5pm, or at the Town Hall, depending on the weather. Participants for the 48th edition of the Regatta Amigos will gather at Buho's restaurant at 10am on Friday, and go to the boats a half hour later. These exceptional students from ages 8-12 will begin their tour around the island at noon. Also on Friday, at 7pm there will be a cocktail party and awards ceremony at Cabanas del Mar. On Saturday the participants and their families will depart.

This article is about yesterday's SCT weather report, which said conditions offshore were unfavorable for sailing by boats under 40 feet. The southeast winds of 30-40 kph closed the port for navigation by small boats, preventing fishing and tourist recreation outside the bay. The CONAGUA forecast indicated this could continue almost all weekend and may bring rain. This could reduce tourism on the long weekend. (Many children are out of school on Friday due to teacher's meeting and celebrating Children's Day, and Monday is an official holiday, Labor Day.)Editor's note: Mexico's National Meteorological Service is forecasting a heat wave today
with temperatures that could be >40C in Q Roo (104F) and Surada winds
that may gust over 60 km/h (37mph). Possible scattered showers. On Sunday at 10:30am there will be a celebration for “Día del Niño”/
Children's Day at the green dome by the El Pescador baseball field with a
show, surprises, and gifts. This free event is sponsored by the local and state DIF family social service agency. Preparing for traditional children's fishing tournamentPreparan tradicional torneo de pesca infantil .. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
On Sunday, the Velazquez-Celis family will commemorate the 20th anniversary of celebrating Children's Day together with a traditional children's fishing tournament that is held year after year on the pier by their palapa restaurant, along Rueda Medina. The purpose is to instill values in the children and promote a sense of family. It lasts an hour and is catch and release. There will also be a variety of games and an exhibition of boats made by hand from various materials including coconut, cork, wood, etc. Later there will be a sailing competition with these boats.
The extended Velazquez-Celis family will attend, including parents, brothers, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, with family guests coming from Holbox and Cozumel as well. The older aunts and uncles will be present, including Porfiria Velázquez, Juana Velázquez, Esteban Velázquez, Eusebia Velázquez, who will judge the boat competition. The head organizer of the family and main host is Don Fernando Velazquez.

Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed.

A large slider
opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table
& chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole,
and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left.

Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen. A queen & single bed.

Free
amenities such as
hammocks,
bikes, outdoor shower,
portable beach
chairs &
beach towels,
washer, loungers.
Breathtaking
panoramic views from the
rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available.Downtown
is ~ a mile away; if
you don't feel like
walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi. Parking. You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then
come home our
quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts

Fine
dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the
traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Within
ten minutes walk are the restaurants Mango Cafe, Bahama Mama, Brisas,
Manolitos, Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, and the large department
store-grocery Chedraui. Visit marinas, bars, & beach
clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Attend Yoga classes a
couple villas away at hotelito Casa
Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks
away in the village, as well as a
variety of other stores and small local restaurants. It takes
20-30 minutes to walk downtown.

Isla Brewing Company says: Where can all your dreams come true? The Artist Fair at the Casa de Cultura has it all. Awesome Art, Delicious Food, Cold Beer, and Great Music. This week’s musical guest is Kiritz Reggae, 6 – 8, everything is IRIE
Thursday, April 6 6pm
You are invited to an event about the workshops available at the Casa de
la Cultura on Thursday at 6pm. Learn pinata making, hammock making,
Yoga, dance & more!

Friday, April 7 Easter Vacation begins

On Good Friday, April 14, about 75 actors are expected to participate
in the reenactment of the Passion and Death of Jesus Christ, which is
part of the celebrations of the 500 years since Catholicism came to
these lands. This will be the 25th anniversary of this celebration of
the Passion of Christ in Isla Mujeres, and will include all the actors
who have played Christ over those 25 years.
Holy Week begins April 9th with Palm Sunday, with the blessing of the
palms and more emphasis will be given to the entrance of Christ (played
for the sixth time by Wenceslao Trejo Martinez) into Jerusalem, riding
on a small burro, as it says in the Scriptures.
A press conference was held about the event by parish priest Raul
Sanchez, who explained that more than 30,000 pesos are being invested in
the event, since it celebrates the 25 years of this event as well as
500 years since Isla Mujeres was encountered by Europeans, bringing
Catholicism. They are getting new armor from Guadalajara for the Roman
soldiers, and a renovation to the wardrobes of the main characters, so
they will look more professional and realistic, as well as the costs of
the burro.

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Friday April 7 6:30-8:30p Cocktail reception for Batik Artist Sergio
Amar Cocina Peruana Restaurant is on the back street Guerrero, just
north of Abasolo & the Cultural Center, on the west side of the
street. Sergio's impressive batik art can be seen, and purchased, at the
Thursday Artist Fairs. He also does murals & sign painting. We love
the mural he painted for us! His are will be featured and for sale at the restaurant all month.

Sunday, April 9 Palm Sunday
On Palm Sunday at 9:30am, a procession will reenact the triumphant
entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem, by walking from Playa Centro to
the Town Square, where a mass will be celebrated in front of an audience
which is expected to be ~1000 Catholics. Fifty people
will participate as actors and 20 will be in charge of logistics.
Another reenactment of the entrance of Christ into Jerusalem is
scheduled for 7:30pm from the tourist center at Mundaca Hacienda to the
Sacred Heart Church in La Gloria, where Mass will take place.

Holy
Thursday, April 13 Foot Washing Ceremony and reenactment of
the Last Supper Town Square Immaculate Concepcion Church
There will be two Last Suppers and Washing of the Feet reenactments,
with the first at the downtown church Immaculate Conception at 8:30pm
and the second is an hour later at the Sacred Heart Church

Good Friday, April 14 10:30am Sacred
Heart Church (in la Gloria), Passion of Christ reenactment with the
Stations of the Cross . On Friday, reenactment of the ViaCrusis (passion play/stations of the
cross) will start at 10:30 (at Sacred Heart) and join the other group at
the Guadalupe Chapel (overlooking the Caribbean in Salina Chica) and
they all will go together for traditional walk to downtown, which is
four kilometers finishing on the Town Square at 3p with recreation
of the crucifixion of Christ.

Don’t get LOST! The Isla Mujeres Artist Fair is Thursday 3:30 – 8:30 at the Casa de Cultura. Music starts at 6 and features the local Salsa band “Tokeson”. DRINK LOCAL BEER….BUY LOCAL ART…..EAT LOCAL FOOD…..DANCE…..HAVE LOCO FUN

Saturday, April 22, Earth Day Action for Isla
To everyone who loves Isla Mujeres,
Action for Isla would like to cordially invite you to participate in the 2nd Annual Earth Day Isla Mujeres Dive Against Debris
Event on April 22, 2017. The main objective of the event is to perform a
cleanup of the docks and beaches of Isla Mujeres in order to give back
to the community and the island that we all love and enjoy.
Last year’s event was a raging success, over 60 volunteers on land and
sea collected more than 650kgs of trash in the space of an hour and a
half, including 425 glass bottles, 87 snorkel tubes, 6 car and tractor
tires and a supermarket shopping cart. We hope to make this year even
bigger!
The main reason for this letter is to invite you to
participate and support the cause. This event consists of teams of
certified divers, support snorkelers and spotters on land that will
remove trash from the areas under the docks from the Adolfo López Mateos
dock to the dock of the restaurant Velazquez. Volunteers on the beach
will assist in the separation and classification of waste. Additional
volunteers and the schools of Isla Mujeres will facilitate a
simultaneous cleaning of the beaches and boardwalk (Malecón) area and
beaches of downtown (Centro) that same day.
In addition to
cleaning, we will hold a raffle to raise funds for improvements in the
area of the National Park and actively contribute to the organization
Project AWARE, which aids in organizing such events worldwide and is
currently supporting the logistics of this event. Furthermore, we will
document and report the classification and total weight of all debris
collected from these two areas to assist Project Aware in their ongoing
research regarding marine conservation.
We will provide gloves
and lunch for participants as well as large water dispensers, please
bring your own refillable water container as it is Earth Day and we
would like to promote reducing, reusing, and recycling.
Volunteer Positions Available
*Divers – Advanced Open Water Divers and higher (Dependent upon available gear)
*Snorkelers (Unlimited with own Gear)
Beach Cleaners (Unlimited)
Malecón Cleaners (Unlimited)
Trash Sorters and Weighers (Unlimited)
**Sign-In Volunteers (4 People)
**T-Shirts and Raffle Ticket Sales (2-3 People)
**Water Stand Volunteers (6 People)
**Beer and Sandwich Stand (2 People)
Boat Spotters on each Dock (10 People)
Transporting trash from divers and snorkelers to the collection pile (Unlimited)
*If you wish to dive to collect debris please ensure you are Advance
Open Water certified and contact us as soon as posible, there is a limit
on the number of divers we can have based upon the available gear.
Please bring your own snorkel gear if you have it. ALL DIVERS AND
SNORKELERS MUST ATTEND AN ADDITIONAL SAFETY BRIEFING THE EVENING BEFORE
THE EVENT.
**The in water clean-up will begin at 8:00am (divers
and organizers meet at 7:30am) the event will continue until 2pm to
factor in the time for sorting the trash, and then the raffle will take
place. Cleaners and volunteers may come at any time but we ask if you
would like to volunteer at the stands please contact us and ensure you
can show up at 8am to help with set-up. Thank you!
There are many
volunteer positions available for this project and if you can help in
any way, big or small, please contact us! We are excited to not only
clean up trash from our beaches and public areas, but also to involve
community members in our ongoing efforts to contribute to the health and
wellbeing of our beautiful Isla Mujeres.
To participate please
contact us via our Facebook page "Action for Isla" or by email at
actionforisla@gmail.com. We can also be reached by telephone +52 (998)
134-0712 or +52 (998) 244-4009. We firmly believe that there is strength
in unity, and we look forward to your participation.

Isla Brewery says....
THIS IS THE LAST ARTIST FAIR OF THE SEASON!
If you are lucky enough to be on the island, you need to come see why this event has been so successful. This year’s
Artist Fair Finale is Thursday April 27th at the Casa de Cultura 3:30 –
8:30. Come down and check out the local talent. Local Salsa band
“Tokeson” will be playing starting at 6:00. The weather is going to
amazing, take advantage and come on down. This Thursday, party like a
pirate. DRINK LOCAL BEER….BUY LOCAL ART…..EAT LOCAL FOOD…..DANCE…..HAVE LOCO FUN
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MVC Guests from Ontario wrote...

We have returned to Maravilla Caribe and we consider it to be a gem. Is it a luxurious resort? No. On the other hand, it's the kind of place where you feel comfortable sitting outside with a beer and watching the ocean, reading all afternoon in a hammock or going for a long walk along the shore. To sit on the patio with a plate of fresh fruit and a cup of coffee is my idea of the perfect morning. It's like having your own little private beach cottage - it's not fancy but that's not what we're looking for. A 15 minute walk takes you into the busy little town, full of great little restaurants and shops, and a $3 taxi ride will get you just about anywhere on the island. The landlord is friendly, accommodating and genuinely cares about and knows the local community. For anyone who wants a lavish package vacation, this obviously isn't the place for you - there are plenty of resorts that will fit your needs. Maravilla is a simple, lovely place to get away from it all.

Visits Since June 2011

Taunya from Washington wrote

Hi Ronda,

I want to say thank you again for a fabulous vacation! Your studio was perfect! Having the extra space, kitchenette and dinning table made the space perfect for a long stay. Your little details like coffee filters and ice cube trays made it feel like home. I also really appreciated that you were there if I needed anything, but that you also let me have my space.

Being out of downtown, yet close to everything made the location perfect. Add the beautiful beach and it couldn't have been any better!

Thank you so much! When I return to Isla I will be back on your doorstep. Happy Holidays!

MaraVilla Caribe Bed & Beach Guests Say..

Judy from Ohio wrote...I stayed at Maravilla and absolutely loved it. Beach and patio was kept very clean and since handicapped I would spend the days on patio with my laptop at table right outside my room. Each room had table/chairs in front of room. Not many places on isla you have the beach right outside your door-saves alot of money instead of renting beach chairs and buying drinks downtown. I also do not like crowded beaches and stacks of chairs next to each other as on the north beaches. You hear absolutely no street noise just the waves hitting the shore. There were bikes free to use, beachchairs free to take to downtown, and free washer/dryer to use. The price is excellent value and the owners live there so they do not need to list with an agency giving renters better $ value. Isla is not for everyone. But condo/luxury hotels now line the once beautiful North Beach for those wanting the Cancun version of places to stay, so sad, plus $$$$. I prefer peace,quiet, and great value. Not many places with sunrise/sunset views.

Renee from Toronto wrote...

For some of us, there comes a time when we prefer peace and quiet to hustle and bustle. For a few regrettable years, I got off buses and lined up with the rest of the schmucks to check in for the all inclusive 'experience'. I set the alarm daily to head down with everyone else to make dinner reservations for the pleasure of eating soggy Sushi served by brusque Bahamians. I wore the wristband of shame, identifying me as an easy mark on any excursion. I tipped and cajoled the bartender for extra shots of rum. I listened to the drunken monologues of people who get to cut loose just once a year. With the all inclusive experience, your fate is not entirely your own...

And then I tried something else, the self catering experience - more a case of here's your key, here's your apartment, have fun! Settle in, stock your fridge, stock your bar and you're off to the races. Happy hour is whenever you choose. No lining up at a buffet. Snorkel on your own time. Open a bottle of wine and cook a leisurely dinner - no one's rushing you out for the next seating. Sleep in and eat breakfast when you want, don't worry about the dining room being closed.

That's the experience I prefer these days. And Mara Villa doesn't disappoint. You get exactly what you pay for: a clean and comfortable room with everything you need. The experience is great for people who like to 'do their own thing.' In essence, staying at Mara Villa is like having your own private beachfront villa.

Amenities include good wifi, towels, sheets, dishes, pots and pans, a fridge and freezer, drinking water, hammock hooks, and a clothesline. Bonuses include a patio with tables and chairs, a charcoal BBQ, a beach for watching the sun rise over the water, and a rooftop for watching the sun set over Cancun (also good for star gazing and extreme suntanning).

The local bus passes by the front door and costs 4 pesos to head downtown. A taxi is about $2 into town. Chedraui, the big grocery store, is less than 10 minutes away by foot. Grab a cheap cab home if you've really stocked up.

Ronda is a great host - a storehouse of island information about where to eat and what to do. Bruce, her husband, is an avid snorkeler and can point you in the best direction off their private beach for underwater wildlife. I was lucky enough to see dolphins swimming offshore one day. Close to shore I also saw a barracuda, a sting ray and a pair of graceful Caribbean squid. The usual tropical fish abound as well.

It's worth noting that Mara Villa is located on the east side of the island, windward. The shore is more dramatic and rocky, but there are very few, if any, mosquitos. The west side of the island is calmer and more traditionally 'beachy', but mosquitoes abound at dawn and dusk. With the rocky shore, you need water shoes for entering the water and swimming, but you have the beach all to yourself at Mara Villa. Head to the sublimely Caribbean style North Beach if you miss the crowds.

I spent almost a month at Mara Villa and it was the calm, casual and relaxing experience I craved. I will be back to Mara Villa, but I won't ever go back to an all inclusive.

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Jane C from Penland wrote...

My friend and I just stayed at Maravilla Caribe, December 20-25, 2012 and we had an absolutely wonderful experience. The owner, Ronda made me feel comfortable before I arrived, providing helpful information about travel to the area. She made an extra effort to secure a larger room for us, which was perfect. Maravilla is quaint, charming, clean & comfortable. We loved the bright green color of the house! The kitchenette was simple, clean and well equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals. The beds are very comfortable and Ronda provides lots of clean towels. She even offered to let us use the washer/dryer and bicycles for free! The best part (other than the low cost) is you have your own private beach in the back! It is a beautiful place that I highly recommend.

Carol D from Peterborough wrote.....

Hello I stayed at MaraVilla, la Casa Verde :-), Dec 10 to 20 this 2012 for my first time and would not hesitate to return. This is my 11th year staying on the island and I have stayed at many places. The location is amazing, and the owners have modified the patio doors so that those of us who want to hear the waves all night can do so with security. They were super helpful at every turn and what meant the most to me is that they really care about their guests and are friendly. We enjoyed a wonderful lunch together. The room was spacious and clean. At MaraVilla there are only 3 rooms facing the water so it is peaceful, quiet and private. At MaraVilla, there were workers out painting the house in front and raking the beach and it was well maintained. There were no rocks on the clean tile patio. you do need water shoes to wade in to the water but it is worth it. And if you want to go to a more perfect beach i.e. no reef etc then one could go and pay 150-200+ per night at Playa Norte (but you won't hear the waves from your bed or have the privacy or owners that care about you!!). The bed was comfortable, mattress good, sheets in good shape and clean (more than i can say about the place i had the misfortune of staying in Progresso!!). Honestly you get what you pay for in this world and if you were to go to Tulum, or San Filipe or Progresso you are sure getting much more bang for your buck at MaraVilla in the 50-65 dollar range!!! If you are a 5 star resort person I would say stay at a 5 star resort, but if you enjoy the waves, quiet, privacy and caring owners then stay at this MaraVilla the Casa Verde :-)

Noska from Austin wrote....Maravilla is one of the coolest little spots on the isla.The hosts are awesome,location perfect,rooms are clean and affordable

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